Fixed wireless refers to wireless devices or systems that are situated in fixed locations, such as an office or home, as opposed to devices that are mobile, such as cell phones and PDAs. Fixed wireless devices normally derive their electrical power from utility mains, as opposed to portable wireless devices that normally derive their power from batteries.
The point-to-point signal transmissions occur through the air over a terrestrial microwave platform rather than through copper or fiber cables; therefore, fixed wireless does not require satellite feeds or local phone service. The advantages of fixed wireless include the ability to connect with users in remote areas without the need for laying new cables and the capacity for broad bandwidth that is not impeded by fiber or cable capacities.
Hopping the Gap Fixed wireless may be a low-cost way to reach the business market.
Internet World Wireless 2001 Manufacturers of laser and radio equipment proclaim that they have the technology to bring the Gigabit Internet to every small business in the United States. Next-generation radios will operate in bands from 20 GHz to 220 GHz.
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